[center][img]https://i.imgur.com/76evEBT.png[/img][/center] [@Banana][@floodtalon] [hr] As Unit-T continued to descend even further down the narrow cavern, the hole below suddenly opens and gives way to an impressive view of the ruins below. This place was massive, spanning for several miles with large buildings dotting the area. Who knew what existed here before everything went to hell, but it must've been rather advanced... yet ancient. Regardless of the countless of theories one can erect in their heads, it didn't truly matter now. Tina carefully pilots the mech down to the surface of the ruins and lands softly near what may appear to be a ruined tower. Now at the bottom, the pilot observes her surroundings at ground level as she prepares to move out. Before she can do that though, Tobayashi began to contact Tina through voice comms, yet the signal was beginning to become weak... [color=662d91][b]"Congra-*shhh*-tions on making i-*shhshhh* the bottom."[/b][/color] the scientist congratulated through the static, [color=662d91][b]"Unfortunately the -*ssssshhhhh*- is becoming very weak and *sssssssh* be hard to continue *sh* communicating to you down *ssssh*. You're on your own for *shhhh* now. Just remember *ssshhhhhhh* the prot-*sssh*-al like we mention*sssssshhhzhrhzh*"[/b][/color] And with that, the comms released nothing more but the sound of static. Contact with Tobayashi at this depth was now nearly impossible. Tina was now officially alone and cut-off from High Command. Yet she knows what her objectives are, loud and clear no less. Find the staff and return it to the throne room. Avoid all other hostiles and keep them from taking it. If she can achieve victory for the Machina, it'll most certainly give them a powerful advantage/victory. Suddenly, the mech detects vibrations alongside a muted "booming" sound, as if an object made landfall with the ground and not an explosion. Tina needed to move quickly in order to beat the incoming tide that would sweep the battle. With that, Unit-T once again reignites his thrusters at low power as to be able to traverse the watery landscape much more efficiently. Tina considers that the staff may be found near the middle of the ruins, but at the same time it could simply be the throne room. Regardless, that's where she's going to investigate first. However, she must also look out for any hostiles in the nearby area and make sure that she either avoids them or be able to fight/stun them for enough time to escape and continue the search. [hr] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/jKoTqco.png[/img][/center] [@thewizardguy], [@The 42nd Gecko] [hr] Lucifus touches down in the underwater ruins only 100 meters away from where Antaeus and Cydone landed, using his wings to swim elegantly to the bottom. The archangel landed near a ruined church that is still mostly in tact, minus the exposed roof, and had almost completely-bleached out windows that still vaguely sported their original colors. He can only wondered who they worshipped, whether it was Heaven or some other deity figures. There didn't even seem to be any symbols that hint to whom they looked up to. It was intriguing to say the least... Of course, he shouldn't be admiring destroyed buildings during a battle... but at the same time he knew very little about Lenuria and its history. After all, he occasionally browses at history books during his free time at the library yet still has much to learn despite his increased knowledge. It can wait. He needs to find that staff and return it to the throne room to achieve another victory for Heaven. Two victories in a row will please the Angel greatly... combined with his status as an Archangel, alongside Captain Saef's elite troops, a gunslinging mercenary, and even a giant rock monster known for his great size. The chance for victory looks rather high for them. Of course, they must still be cautious and to make sure they keep focused on the objective at hand. [hr] [center][img]https://i.imgur.com/I8LjCOW.png[/img][/center] [@KoL], [@The 42nd Gecko] [hr] Titanica swiftly cataches the blue crystal in the air with her left hand, clutching it tightly as she places it within her breast pocket. The Vassal then turns around with her new partner to find these new materials. Despite leaving without another word towards the pompous Hohenheim, of course this would leave the alchemist the last laugh. [color=gold][i]"By the way, I hope that you finally have learned how to teleport. Otherwise, it will be a long walk to get all of this. Ehehehe!"[/i][/color] Titanica growls as she slightly turns her head to glance at the alchemist before walking off into the brush with Zayata following beside her. God did she hate the Alchemist... [b][color=00aeef]"And I hope you're ready for my fist to ram straight up your ass you imperfect midget..."[/color][/b] the Vassal growls quietly as she continues walking off. Like she hates Iona and Helena for having her force to be in the war, but Hoho is just one big little spoiled gremlin whom she just can't stand talking to. But if she can possibly lead her into the direction in which her target is, the generosity may make her more attractive for a mutual friendship. But then again, it's a very, VERY low chance that this may happen... [center][b][url=https://youtu.be/UJmR-vV2hZA?t=25m6s]"The Quest Begins"[/url][/b][/center] As the two walked, Zayata begins to explain what she knows and where to find these animals. [color=e6e6e6][i]"As far as Rocs and Goats go, we're probably looking for mountains near a savanna to have the best chance of finding both, I think I know a place.[/i][/color] [b][color=00aeef]"We will search there first."[/color][/b] replies Titanica bluntly as her tail removes some brush behind her. [color=e6e6e6][i]"Kraken would need an ocean but I'm afraid I can't help with that one very much, Mmm-?"[/i][/color] [b][color=00aeef]"I shall deal with it personally..."[/color][/b] the Vassal responds again, considering she mostly spends her time in the ocean anyways, [b][color=00aeef]"I know where they usually reside."[/color][/b] Then the topics switch to something slightly more personal. [color=e6e6e6][i]"Vaa-? Do you have a preference on like, polite form of address or is Titanica fine?"[/i][/color] [b][color=00aeef]"That's my title, so you will refer to me as so."[/color][/b] was all that the Vassal says regarding that subject. Luckily for them, it wouldn't take long before they reach the edge of the jungle, right into the tall grasses of the Savannah biome. In the distance, Titanica notices a mountain range several miles away. They aren't terribly far, but not close either. The first two supplies should reside in that location if the Cat is correct. [b][color=00aeef]"There's the mountains."[/color][/b] the towering Vassal says as she points in the direction of the mountains, [b][color=00aeef]"I believe the Rocs and Goats can be found there, yes?"[/color][/b]